The Gerdybirds Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Gerdybirds Foundation is a private foundation in Los Altos, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $15,783 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $4,100. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$15,783
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$4,100
- Assets$75,061
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2025 was down from $20,454 the year before.
30% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $15,704 | 5 | $16,336 |
| 2024 | $20,454 | 11 | $40,094 |
| 2025 | $15,783 | 10 | $75,061 |
How to apply
The Gerdybirds Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What The Gerdybirds Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 8 | $12,783 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,500 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United Effort | Affordable Housing | $4,100 |
| Zoe Scruggs Ale Art Scholarship | Education | $2,500 |
| Hopes Corner Inc | Meets the needs of our community by providing free nutritious meals and warm showers to anyone in need | $2,045 |
| Second Harvest of Silicon Valley | Food security issues | $2,000 |
| University of Orange | Educational purposes | $1,500 |
| YWCA | eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. | $1,500 |
| East Oakland Collective | Civil rights issues | $738 |
| Misssey | prevent girls and gender-expansive youth from ever entering circumstances of sexualexploitation and violence. | $700 |
| Wikimedia Foundation | Hosts Wikipedia and our other free knowledge projects | $500 |
| The Sogorea Te Land Trust | Land Protection | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Angeline Hadiwidjaja
Questions people ask
Does The Gerdybirds Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Gerdybirds Foundation give?
$15,783 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs The Gerdybirds Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Angeline Hadiwidjaja (Ceo).
What does The Gerdybirds Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger and education.